Google DeepMind: A.I. reasoning, spatial, & physical advancements revolutionize ALL! | STEVE BROWN
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Description:
Join us on Metals and Miners as host Gary Bohm interviews Steve Brown, a visionary AI futurist, former executive at Google DeepMind and Intel, and co-founder of the Provenance Chain Network. Recorded on July 23, 2025, this in-depth discussion explores the hottest AI trends, the impact of artificial intelligence on mining, metals supply, robotics, and the global economy.
Discover insights on AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), neural networks, AI agents, and the future of jobs with expert analysis from Steve Brown, whose clients include Bank of America, Disney, Nike, JP Morgan, and more. Learn how AI could reshape industries, the role of nuclear energy, and the potential need for economic models like UBI. Don’t miss the key takeaways and actionable insights for investors and business leaders! Pin this question in the comments: What do you think will be the biggest challenge for the mining industry as AI advances?
Sound Bites:
"AI today is the worst it's ever going to be. Expect rapid evolution!" - Steve Brown
"We’re moving towards a world of perhaps a trillion AI agents." - Steve Brown
"Nuclear energy will be a component, but it can’t be the only solution." - Steve Brown
"AGI could arrive by 2035, maybe as early as 2027." - Steve Brown
"Robots learning collectively could transform industries at an unprecedented scale." - Steve Brown
Key Takeaways:
AI trends like reasoning AI, spatial AI, and physical AI are set to revolutionize industries.
The mining sector faces a metals supply bottleneck due to AI and robotics demand.
AGI may emerge between 2027 and 2035, with significant economic implications.
AI agents and robots will create a blended workforce, impacting jobs and productivity.
Economic models like reverse income tax could address future job displacement.
Timestamps:
00:01 - Welcome to Metals and Miners
00:30 - Introduction of Steve Brown
00:53 - Hottest AI Trends Discussion Begins
01:31 - Misconceptions About AI and Hype
02:57 - Role of Compute in AI Development
04:07 - Energy and Data Challenges for AI
06:15 - Nuclear Energy and Algorithmic Breakthroughs
08:08 - Potential Sources of AI Algorithm Advances
10:11 - Future of Neural Networks in 5 Years
12:38 - Leveraging AI for Innovation and Competition
13:00 - Impact of AI on Products, Services, and Economies
15:53 - Introduction to AI Agents
16:23 - How AI Agents Work with HoloLens
19:11 - AI Agents in Organizational Roles
19:39 - Overview of Provenance Chain Network
20:29 - Transforming Supply Chains with Blockchain and AI
23:38 - Broad Applications of AI Agents
25:19 - Metals Supply Bottleneck for AI and Robotics
26:46 - Impact of Metals Shortages on AI Development
28:15 - Timeline and Tests for AGI
30:57 - Importance of AGI and Adoption Trends
33:46 - Eric Schmidt’s View on AGI and Fast Takeoff
35:36 - Security Measures for AI Data Centers
37:38 - Risks of AI Modifying Its Own Code
39:18 - Impact of AI on Human Cognitive Abilities
41:55 - Collective Intelligence of Robots
45:40 - Preventing a Robot Takeover Scenario
46:09 - Transition from Managing to Being Managed by AI
49:29 - Need for Economic Distribution Models
51:46 - Future of Jobs and Economic Adaptation
54:24 - Job Erosion and Economic Predictions
57:19 - Key Takeaway and Closing Thoughts
57:26 - Where to Learn More About Steve Brown
58:57 - Final Remarks and Contact Information
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The Top 10 Golden Nuggets from the Steve Brown Interview:
Hottest AI Trends Unveiled (00:53)
Steve Brown highlights exciting developments in reasoning AI, spatial AI, and physical AI embodied in robots, signaling a transformative future.
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